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One of the most influential works of the twentieth century, Conrad's haunting tale emposes the grim realities of imperialism and the tenuous fabric that holds civilization together. In Heart of Darkness, Marlow, a seaman and wanderer, recounts his physical and psychological journey to the center of the African continent in search of the dangerous and enigmatic trader Kurtz. While navigating the dark rivers of the Belgian Congo, Marlow witnesses the brutalization of the natives by white traders and struggles with what he discovers is the true heart of darkness. 146 pages. Soft cover.
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